This 'Capulet Kids: European Tags Kids Boutique Review, Discount, + Giveaway' post contains products I received for review. As always, all opinions are my own. As always, all opinions are my own. Capulet Kids: European Tags Kids Boutique Review, Discount + Giveaway Do you ever go shopping and feel like all the children’s clothing hanging on the racks at the big box stores looks the same?  I love discovering pieces that are cute and practical but also have those special details that make Read more [...]

This 'Tappi Starter Set Review & Giveaway: A Screen-Free Interactive Reading System For Ages 2–6' post contains Amazon affiliate links.  As always, all opinions are my own. Tappi Starter Set Review & Giveaway: A Screen-Free Interactive Reading System For Ages 2–6 I LOVE finding ways to encourage a love for reading. Thankfully, all five of our older kids have taken to books and still enjoy reading to this day.  As a matter of fact, the only “punishment” that has worked Read more [...]

Thanks to Sandbox VR for partnering with me on this post. As always, all opinions are my own.  Have you heard of VR experiences? I knew that they existed on a small scale but I recently learned about Sandbox VR and let me tell you - my mind was blown! It was my husband Tyler's birthday last week so we headed to Sandbox VR in Eden Prairie, Minnesota to try out their newest experience - Deadwood Origins.  If you haven't done a VR experience before, let me walk you through it. First, Read more [...]

Thanks to TrustedAir for sending me this air purifier! As always, all opinions are my own. There are affiliate links in this post.  We're heading into the cold seasons here in Minnesota and I'm SO not ready! Over the past couple summer months, we've enjoyed the summer, sun, and fresh air with the windows open 24/7. Now we're heading into the time of year where we hunker down and the windows have to stay closed - not my favorite! One thing that we've implemented in our home to help combat Read more [...]

Thanks to Vernal for sending me this incredible desk! As always, all opinions are my own.  I've been working from home for about four years now and my very favorite work-from-home tool is my standing desk. For a few years I'd sit while I worked but soon I realized that was not going to be a good or sustainable option for my health! I got a standing desk and I never looked back! Recently I was able to upgrade my standing desk to the Vernal Executive Standing Desk and it is GORGEOUS!  Vernal Read more [...]

This 'Gain Is Collaborating With The GRINCH!' post contains Amazon affiliate links.  As always, all opinions are my own. Where are my Christmas fans at?! And, more importantly, where are my fellow Grinch fans? Gain Is Collaborating With The GRINCH!  I’m super excited to share about one of the most fun holiday collaborations I’ve seen this year. Gain is teaming up with the Grinch!  And honestly, it only makes sense. Because what’s more Grinch-y than a big pile of dirty, Read more [...]

Thank you to KnifeSaga for partnering with me. I always share my honest opinions here. Some links in this post are affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission if you use them, but it won’t cost you anything extra. KnifeSaga is all about bringing advanced steel technology and serious sharpness to your kitchen—without the luxury price tag. The collection covers all the essentials: chef, bread, utility, paring, and steak knives, plus plenty of well-rounded sets for any cooking style. Their Read more [...]

My favorite zippered sweatshirt is from PAKA. I’ve owned it for years, and it has been washed and worn SO MANY TIMES! Yet somehow, it still looks and feels great. There’s barely any wear showing.  Which is pretty impressive considering how often I reach for it.  So when I had the opportunity to check out the PAKA Women’s Essential V-Neck, of course I said yes! PAKA Women’s Essential V-Neck Review: Is Alpaca Wool Better Than Merino? My middle daughter has been in need of some Read more [...]

Thank you to BURTRAN for partnering with me. I always share my honest opinions here. Some links in this post are affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission if you use them, but it won’t cost you anything extra. Sometimes, all you need is 20 minutes to block out the world and recharge. That’s exactly what the BURTRAN Recharge Mask delivers. While it may look like a regular sleep mask, it’s packed with advanced features—EEG sensors, AI personalization, Bluetooth audio, binaural beats, Read more [...]

Now Accepting Submissions: The 2026 Emily Reviews Holiday Gift Guide The holidays will be here before we know it, and that means it's almost time for one of our favorite traditions here on the blog. Our annual holiday gift guide is coming back for 2026, and we're now taking submissions from brands, shops, and PR reps who'd like to be part of it. If you're new here: we've been publishing a holiday gift guide every year for more than fifteen years! It runs from November 1st through December Read more [...]